The average train between Lancaster and Leicester takes 3h 42m and the fastest train takes 2h 51m. There is a train service every few hours from Lancaster to Leicester. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Lancaster and Leicester. The earliest departure is at 6:58 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lancaster is at 10:20 PM which arrives into Leicester at 6:50 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 3h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Lancaster to Leicester? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Lancaster to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Lancaster station and arriving at Leicester station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.
Lancaster to Leicester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Lancaster station.
Lancaster to Leicester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Nuneaton station.
Book your Lancaster to Leicester train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains and Cross Country.
The distance between Lancaster and Leicester is 191.7 km. The road distance is 242 km.
You can take a train from Lancaster to Leicester via Crewe and Nuneaton in around 3h 25m.